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Light rain possible later Rain chance is about 34%. Expected intensity: Light amounts.
Fair air quality Air quality is fair. Most people can enjoy outdoor activity as usual.

Manchester

United Kingdom

18°C

Overcast clouds

Weather today in Manchester

  • Feels like 18°C
  • Rain chance 34%
  • Expected intensity Light amounts

Right now it is overcast. Showers, if they arrive, should stay light over the next few hours. Temperatures should reach around 19°C during the day and drop to about 15°C overnight.

Rain looks more likely after 4 PM. Plan open-air time earlier if you can.

  • Local 1:57 PM
  • Daytime
  • Updated 1:57 PM

Key insights

Weather tomorrow in Manchester

Tomorrow in Manchester looks light rain. Highs around 17°C, cooling to about 10°C overnight. Rain chance is about 49%, with moderate showers the most likely outcome.

This week's weather in Manchester

This week in Manchester, the warmest days reach about 19°C and the coolest nights near 7°C. Rain looks more likely on Saturday, Monday, Tuesday.

Best time today

  • Best outdoor time 7 PM–10 PM
  • Lowest rain risk 7 AM–10 AM
  • Most comfortable period 7 PM–10 PM

Hourly forecast

4 PM
19°C
48%
7 PM
18°C
20%
10 PM
15°C
37%
1 AM
14°C
100%
4 AM
14°C
20%
7 AM
12°C
0%
10 AM
14°C
0%
1 PM
17°C
0%

Daily forecast

Today Oct 2
H 19°C L 15°C
35%
Light Rain
Tomorrow Oct 3
H 17°C L 10°C
49%
Light Rain
Sunday Oct 4
H 18°C L 7°C
1%
Clear Sky
Monday Oct 5
H 19°C L 14°C
51%
Light Rain
Tuesday Oct 6
H 17°C L 14°C
49%
Light Rain
Wednesday Oct 7
H 14°C L 12°C
70%
Light Rain

Air quality

Air Quality Index

Level 2 Fair

Fair air quality

Acceptable air quality; sensitive individuals should take care.

PM2.5 0.5
PM10 0.9
O₃ 91.3
NO₂ 1.3
SO₂ 0.3
CO 129.3

Conditions

Humidity 75%
Wind 3.1 m/s
Pressure 1025 hPa
Visibility 10 km
Dew point 13°C
Cloud cover 87%

Sunrise & sunset

Sunrise 7:11 AM
Sunset 6:44 PM
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Temperature

Daily high / low

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Activity guidance

How suitable today is for popular outdoor activities

Fair for sightseeing
Good for walking
Fair for outdoor activities
Good for photography
Fair for running
Fair for cycling

Plan your day

What to wear and what to expect by time of day

Outfit for this afternoon

For afternoon plans outdoors, light layers should feel comfortable.

Outdoor comfort

Conditions feel workable now, but wetter weather looks more likely later. Pleasant for casual outdoor time if you pace yourself in open sun.

Morning

  • A light jacket or sweater should feel comfortable.

Afternoon

  • Light, breathable layers should work well.
  • Showers are possible. A small umbrella is worth bringing.

Evening

  • Rain chances may rise toward night. Have an indoor backup if plans run late.

Weather FAQ for Manchester

Answers use the live readings on this page.

What is the weather like in Manchester right now?

Right now in Manchester, it looks overcast skies with the air near 18°C.

How hot or cold does it feel in Manchester today?

Good news for planning: the feels-like reading in Manchester is tracking close to the air temperature near 18°C.

Will it rain in Manchester today?

A brief shower cannot be ruled out in Manchester with odds near 34%, though persistent rain looks less favored. The wetter window points toward 4 PM.

Is it humid in Manchester today?

Yes, humidity is elevated in Manchester at roughly 75%.

Is it windy in Manchester today?

Plan as if wind is a minor detail in Manchester with speeds around 3.1 m/s. Expect a northwest-facing feel in open spots.

What should I wear in Manchester today?

For Manchester today, for afternoon plans outdoors, light layers should feel comfortable.

Is today good for outdoor activities in Manchester?

A flexible outdoor mindset fits Manchester at about 47: go, but leave room to adapt.

Is today good for travel in Manchester?

A patient itinerary fits Manchester today with travel suitability about 54.

What is the best time to be outside in Manchester today?

If you can choose, be outside in Manchester around 7 PM, 10 PM, that is the kinder stretch.

How comfortable are current conditions in Manchester?

air near 18°C, humidity around 75%, wind near 3.1 m/s keeps Manchester in a manageable comfort zone for most short outdoor plans.